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We’re here to help you make confident, informed decisions - every step of the way.

 

When a business, or part of it, transfers to a new owner, the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE) state that its staff will automatically transfer with it, on the same pay, benefits and length of service. 

But, while the principle is simple, the practical application to ensure compliance can be anything but. That’s where we come in.

 

When does TUPE apply?

TUPE can apply in two main scenarios:

  • Business Transfers
    When a business (or part of it) is sold, acquired, or merged.
  • Service Provision Changes
    When a service is outsourced, re-tendered to a new provider, or brought back in-house.

In both cases, employees may transfer to the new employer with their existing terms and conditions intact.

 

 

How we help

Our Employment Law team provides clear, commercial advice to help you manage TUPE transfers smoothly and compliantly:

  • Due Diligence & Employee Liability Information
    We help you understand the workforce, identify risks, and make informed decisions.
  • Consultation Process
    We guide you through employee consultation, including the election of representatives and collective consultation where required.
  • Managing Change
    We advise on post-transfer changes such as reorganisations, redundancies, or contractual amendments - helping you balance legal obligations with business needs.
  • Contract Negotiation
    We negotiate employment-related terms in business transfer or outsourcing agreements to ensure your risks are managed and your obligations are clear.

 

 

A joined-up approach

Our Employment solicitors often work alongside our Corporate Commercial and Commercial Property teams to provide a seamless, end-to-end service. We’re also happy to work with your existing advisors or provide standalone TUPE support.

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Facing a TUPE transfer? 

Contact our Employment Team today for expert, pragmatic guidance. 

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